5 Kitchen Tools That Help Make Slicing, Chopping, and Cutting Feel Safer

A food processor takes all the chop work out of the equation, which in turn simplifies meal prep and saves you time. Thankfully, you don’t need to spend big bucks for your new favorite kitchen workhorse. This highly rated Kitchenaid chopper helps you make guac to hummus with the push of a button, and comes in at under $60. 

If you’re interested in a manual food processor, this Chen’n VeggiChopper does the trick. It also doubles as a storage container, which is always an added bonus. It’s under $20, and its small size makes it easy to store. 

Food processors aren’t goof-proof, however. It’s good to be be extremely cautious when removing the blades from the reservoir or bowl, as you can do a gnarly number on your fingers if you even graze the blades.

According to Apartment Therapy contributor Lindsay Adams, these cut-resistant gloves from Dowellife are a literal “game changer.” Available in multiple sizes (and good for lefties and righties alike), these cutting gloves protect keep your hands cut-free. Oh, and they’re under $10 on Amazon, which is total steal. Use these whenever you’re handling a sharp cooking tool, be it a chef’s knife or mandolin.

Mandolins are extremely effective because they are really sharp. Keep your hands from slipping when using a mandolin by investing in this under-$10 safety holder from Kitchen + Home, which you can also use with a grater. It adds extra stability when slicing, making your job quicker, easier, and way more precise. It’s versatile, too, so it fits any size fruit, veggie, meat, or cheese.

Despite what your instincts may tell you, the sharper the knife, the safer it is. Since a dull knife needs more pressure to get the job done, there is a higher likelihood of it slipping in use due to the pressure you’d need to apply for a clean cut. As such, keep all your kitchen knives sharp and easy to use. This three-step knife sharpener from KITCHELLENCE makes this possible. Each slot has a different role: the first repairs, the second sharpens, and the third polishes. It also comes with a cut-resistant glove to make the sharpening process even safer. It’s safe for right-handed and left-handed folks, too.

Lastly, investing in a sturdy wood cutting block helps keep everything stable, protects your countertop, and lessens your chance of losing your grip. (It also adds a rustic vibe to your kitchen that will absolutely make you feel like a real chef). Wooden cutting blocks are durable and easy to maintain, making ones like this maple version from Boardsmith the ultimate investment piece.